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Planning begins for Anantara Zanzibar Resort ahead of 2020 opening

Planning begins for Anantara Zanzibar Resort ahead of 2020 opening

17 January 2017 Hotel News

Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas has announced the development of Anantara Zanzibar Resort, expected to open in 2020 as part of the Zanzibar Amber Resort mixed-use lifestyle community. Occupying in excess of 1,000 hectares of prime Indian Ocean coastline in the north east of Zanzibar, Zanzibar Amber Resort is an integrated project which is currently under development blending contemporary lifestyle aspirations with premium hospitality and world-class facilities.

Breaking Travel News investigates: Stone Town, Zanzibar

Breaking Travel News investigates: Stone Town, Zanzibar

9 April 2016 Focus

Visiting Zanzibar for the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony, Breaking Travel News editor Chris O’Toole here takes a tour of historic capital, Stone Town. A fine example of the Swahili coastal trading towns of East Africa, the destination has maintained its urban fabric and contains many fine buildings that reflect its particular culture.

World Travel Awards unveils nominees for Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2016

World Travel Awards unveils nominees for Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2016

World Travel Awards has unveiled the nominees for its upcoming Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2016. The first event on the annual Grand Tour, the ceremony will this year be hosted by Diamonds La Gemma dell’Est in Zanzibar, Tanzania, on April 9th. With more than 1,500 nominations now revealed, voting is expected to be highly competitive right up until the February 29th deadline.

Breaking Travel News interview: Andrew Cook, general manager, Diamonds La Gemma dell’Est

Breaking Travel News interview: Andrew Cook, general manager, Diamonds La Gemma dell’Est

10 March 2015 Focus

Set within exotic tropical gardens and water features inviting guests to enjoy the pristine view over the Indian Ocean, Diamonds La Gemma dell’Est is located on the north-western shores of magical Zanzibar. Having recently been confirmed as host for the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony 2016, Breaking Travel News here chats with general manager Andrew Cook about this world-class destination.

The Residence Zanzibar to welcome ila spa treatments

The Residence Zanzibar to welcome ila spa treatments

9 March 2015 Hotel News Spa News

This month heralds the arrival of Tanzania’s first ever ila spa treatments, at The Residence Zanzibar. On the south-west coast of the mystical ‘Spice Island’, this 66 villa hideaway has long been a hotspot for those in search of a relaxing retreat – with its spacious private villas, welcoming hospitality, and idyllic location. The draw will now be even greater thanks to ila’s new, exclusive treatment menu, using local ingredients and rituals.